Did you know that the grade one sifted maize flour from the supermarket you boast of is a lot unhealthier than the local posho mill-ground maize flour (arega)? Well, doctors say eating refined maize flour and other refined foods can lead to cardiovascular diseases. Cardiovascular healthcare workers on Wednesday warned that non-communicable and cardiovascular diseases […]
Baseline depression and cognitive dysfunction (CD) are both independently associated with a higher risk of long-term mortality among patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), according to new findings published in Circulation: Cardiovascular Interventions.[1] “In one multicenter study, nearly one-third of TAVR patients screened positive for baseline depression and this was independently associated with increased […]
Mirchi • Updated: 23 hours ago • Follow Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) account for 31% of total global deaths, making them the leading cause of mortality worldwide. These diseases encompass a range of disorders affecting the heart and blood vessels, including coronary heart disease, cerebrovascular disease, and rheumatic heart disease, among others. In addition to factors […]
SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 infection, damages the lungs, impairing gas exchange and depriving the body of oxygen. It also has significant cardiovascular effects, particularly in patients with preexisting cardiovascular disease (CVD). The reduced oxygen supply to the heart muscle causes inflammation, tissue damage, and arrhythmias and decreases cardiac output. Infection and inflammation further […]
Rami H. Ben-Joseph, PhD A recently published retrospective cohort study using administrative claims data from 2014 to 2019 revealed that individuals with narcolepsy are at an increased risk of new-onset cardiovascular events. These findings highlight the importance of considering cardiovascular risk when weighing treatment options. The data, originally presented at the 2022 American Academy of […]
Heart disease is a major cause of death, claiming more than 160,000 lives each year in the UK alone. The condition occurs when the heart’s blood supply is blocked or interrupted by a build-up of fatty substances in the coronary arteries. While some warning signs like pressure, aching or a squeezing feel on the chest […]
By India Today Information Desk: Cardiovascular disease remains one of the leading causes of mortality worldwide. While medical advancements have significantly improved treatment options, the importance of lifestyle modifications cannot be overstated. Adopting a healthy lifestyle that includes proper diet, regular exercise, and effective stress management can have a profound impact on cardiovascular health. Below […]
Introduction The global incidence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) is on the rise, with an estimated prevalence of 14.3%.1 In China alone, CKD affects 132.3 million individuals, comprising one-sixth of the population.2 A cross-sectional study of epidemiological data in China found that CKD affects 10.8% of individuals over the age of 18.3 End-stage renal disease […]
Ryan Leonberg, right, a certified physician assistant at Independence Health System specializing in cardiothoracic surgery, poses with patient Donna Millard, of Mercer, outside Butler Memorial Hospital in Butler on Tuesday, July 25, 2023. Justin Guido/Butler Eagle BUTLER TWP — Butler Memorial Hospital reached a milestone this month as its nationally recognized cardiovascular program celebrates 25 […]
